Space Shuttle Columbia launches on STS-73.
Space Shuttle Columbia launches on STS-73.
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1981
Two police officers and a Brink's armored car guard are killed during an armed robbery carried out by…
Two police officers and a Brink's armored car guard are killed during an armed robbery carried out by members of the Black Liberation Army and Weather Underground in Nanuet, New York.
1973
The Sydney Opera House is opened by Elizabeth II after 14 years of construction.
The Sydney Opera House is opened by Elizabeth II after 14 years of construction.
1952
The Governor of Kenya Evelyn Baring declares a state of emergency and begins arresting hundreds of…
The Governor of Kenya Evelyn Baring declares a state of emergency and begins arresting hundreds of suspected leaders of the Mau Mau Uprising.
1904
Chile and Bolivia sign the Treaty of Peace and Friendship, delimiting the border between the two countries.
Chile and Bolivia sign the Treaty of Peace and Friendship, delimiting the border between the two countries.
1568
The Spanish Duke of Alba defeats a Dutch rebel force under William the Silent.
The Spanish Duke of Alba defeats a Dutch rebel force under William the Silent.
1496
Birth of Claude
Born: Claude, Duke of Guise (died 1550).
1187
Death of Pope Urban III
Died: Pope Urban III.
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